Ragged Definition & Meaning
ragged
- adjective
- being or dressed in clothes that are worn or torn; "clothes as ragged as a scarecrow's"; "a ragged tramp"
- worn out from stress or strain; "run ragged"
- having an irregular outline; "text set with ragged right margins"; "herded the class into a ragged line"
"Ragged" in song lyrics
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"A green Volkswagen had the nerve to blast ragged"
J-Live — Great Live Caper
Words that rhyme with ragged
Usage tips for "ragged"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "ragged" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for ragged to find words that pair well.
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- What does ragged mean?
- being or dressed in clothes that are worn or torn; "clothes as ragged as a scarecrow's"; "a ragged tramp" worn out from stress or strain; "run ragged" having an irregular outline; "text set with ragged right margins"; "herded the class into a ragged line"
- What part of speech is ragged?
- Ragged is an adjective.
- How many definitions does ragged have?
- Ragged has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).